Certificate in Human Resources Management (Part-Time)

Gain university-level knowledge and applied skills in the key human resources disciplines of recruitment, strategic planning, training, labour relations, compensation, health and safety, and human behaviour. In just under two years, this part-time certificate program provides the nine required courses to meet the course work requirement to earn the CHRP designation.

Drawing on York’s half-century of expertise in teaching working professionals, the Certificate in Human Resources Management has been designed to help you gain a deeper understanding of the concepts and a richer network of professional contacts than is possible in other programs while successfully balancing your professional and personal responsibilities. Practice the skills and explore the knowledge that employers value in our interactive courses taught by expert practitioners.

Who should take this program?

students seeking to continue on to the Bachelor in Business Administration Studies, Bachelor in Human Resources Management, or other degree program

The Certificate in Human Resources covers the core competencies for human resources professionals as determined by Canada’s leading professional association the Human Resources Professional Association. You’ll study:

human resources management

organizational behaviour

finance and accounting

human resources planning

occupational health and safety

training and development

labour relations

recruitment and selection

compensation and more

As a pioneer in designing university courses for working professionals, York has the expertise to offer you a vibrant, meaningful education experience. Our interactive courses are designed to enhance the skills that employers value including:

communication

critical thinking

data literacy

ethics

“When looking for HR professionals, it is important to find individuals that have core HR expertise, but also the soft skills and knowledge to apply that knowledge across various businesses they may support. With the right training, the HR business partner supporting the retail environment today could transfer to the financial services organization and continue to add value to the company as a whole.”
Dwayne Conrod – Human Resources Director, Morneau Shepell

Choose the schedule that fits your unique needs.

York University’s flexible, interactive online program helps you develop a rich network of peers while enjoying the convenience of learning at your preferred location.Study at times that fit your schedule as long as you complete the assignments on time.

To earn the York University Certificate in Human Resources, you will successfully complete all nine courses.

HRM 2600 – Human Resources Management

This course introduces you to the basic principles and concepts of human resources management, and provides a context for the challenges facing HR managers in contemporary Canadian organizations. You are given opportunities to identify organizational problems, and to prescribe and implement corrective actions.

ADMS 2400 – Introduction to Organizational Behaviour

Explore individual and group behaviour as it impacts performance in organizations and guides management thinking today. You will learn to recognize, analyze, and suggest solutions to organizational problems as an HR manager. Topics include motivation, communication, decision-making, leadership and structural issues.

Examine the concepts, language, and uses of financial accounting, management accounting, and finance; and examine their interrelationships. You will explore financial statements used inside and outside of the enterprise, and how this information impacts a manager’s day-to-day decisions.

HRM 3400 – Occupational Health and Safety Management

Explore the broad field of occupational health and safety management within the context of the healthy workplace. You will investigate hazard management, Canadian OHS legislation, safety programs, and current issues within the OHS field.

HRM 3422 – Industrial Relations

Investigate a topic that impacts everyone in Canada. Learn to analyze and apply concepts of industrial relations from both a national and workplace context.

HRM 3430 – Human Resources Planning

Develop an understanding of the personnel planning process, including the needs, methods, uses, and risks, and future trends in human resources planning. This course will provide a general overview of common approaches in the field of Human Resources Planning, and will help you understand the planning processes used by HR professionals as part of an organization’s overall strategy.

Learn about the issues and procedures used in the recruitment, selection and performance appraisal of employees. This course discusses measurement issues, methods, and procedures of recruitment, screening, testing, interviewing, performance appraisal, and hiring decision-making.

HRM 3410 – Training and Development

Understand the role and function of learning and development in organizations, and how employee learning contributes to an organization’s success. You will explore the corporate training process of needs analysis, objective setting, program design, adult education, equity in training, methods and evaluation, learning initiatives such as mentoring, coaching and leadership development, and the role of stakeholder.

HRM 3490 Compensation

Learn about the objectives of compensation and how to manage compensation programs within an organization. Explore issues such as wage and salary determination, incentive systems, and benefits and services. This course will reflect a mix of research and practice.

Blaine Donais, BA, LLB

Blaine Donais is a lawyer, mediator, arbitrator, investigator and leading expert in workplace conflict management. He is author of Workplaces That Work, and Engaging Unionized Employees, both published by Canada Law Book. He is president and founder of the Workplace Fairness Institute, Conflict Management Solutions. He is an instructor of workplace dispute resolution at York University and University of Toronto (Centre for Industrial Relations and Human Resources), and is a visiting lecturer for La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia. He teaches human resources professionals, labour leaders and others in human rights, labour and employment law, human resources, collective bargaining, and conflict resolution. He offers workplace interventions with a specialization in unions and unionized work environments.

Dennis L. Hodgkinson, BCom, LLM (ADR), Cert. ADR

As a professional mediator and human resources management consultant, Dennis provides court-directed and private mediation services. He also assists major corporations to resolve complex business-to-business and employment-related disputes. Dennis coaches and assesses students in court-directed mediation sessions at his alma mater, Osgoode Hall Law School. Dennis also teaches in the Certificate of Dispute Resolution program at York University’s School of Continuing Studies. He is author of the instructional texts Conflict Management in the Workplace: From Backyard to Boardroom and Your Guide to Successful Career Transition.

Diana Kawarsky, BA(Hons), MA, CCP

Diana Kawarsky is the president of The Soft Skills Group Inc., a boutique training and development consulting firm based in Toronto. She has nearly 20 years of experience in delivery, design and consulting with Fortune 500 companies, universities and colleges. Diana has worked with organizations in many industries —including finance, telecommunications, health care, manufacturing, transportation, natural resources, not-for-profit, governments and crown corporations. She has designed learning experiences for more than 18,000 adult learners including senior executives. She is skilled in relationship building and establishing trust with her client partners. Diana is an expert in aligning training with the values, academic targets, fiscal responsibilities and managerial direction of universities, colleges and corporations. An energetic, results-oriented professional, Diana takes great pride in influencing the human side of business. She is intuitive with a passion for helping individuals, teams and organizations perform. Diana has studied at the University of Toronto, Simon Fraser University and Athabasca University, specializing in adult learning, human systems, organizational development and business management. She is a Certified Coaching Practitioner and certified in profiling tools including the MBTI®, Certified Emotional Intelligence Quotient (EQ-i), True Colors®, and Life Skills.

Lauren Canzius, BA(Hons), MIR

Lauren Canzius is a strategic HR professional experienced in all aspects of human resources management. Lauren takes a holistic approach to consulting services by helping clients align their people strategies with their corporate objectives within the ever changing global and competitive context. Lauren specializes in human resources consulting, change management, project management, labour and employee relations, collective bargaining, training and development, business development and public speaking. She also teaches undergraduate courses in HR and labour relations.

Oxana Svergun, BA, PhD

Dr. Svergun is an experienced executive manager and educator specializing in human resources management, HR planning and organizational behaviour. During her more than 15 years in senior management roles, she has coached professionals and executives across several industries preparing them for change management initiatives and supporting their business improvement projects. Her portfolio of industries includes public sector work, retail, mining and heavy industries, manufacturing and professional services firms.

Ron Alexandrowich, BA, MEd

Ron Alexandrowich has been a course director/professor at York University’s School of Human Resource Management since 2003. Ron has held positions and worked with various private/public corporations and the non-profit sector in leadership and organization development where the focus has been on cultural transformation and organizational effectiveness. In 2013 he was responsible for HR operations during the Calgary floods for the Canadian Red Cross where he is also a Disaster Management Certified Instructor.

In 2014 Ron received the Teaching Excellence Award within the School of Administrative Studies, and in 2015 was selected as a finalist within the School of Human Resource Management. Both awards are determined by student selection.

Tim D’Souza, BA, CPA, MBA

Tim D’Souza has over 20 years of consulting, finance and leadership experience serving a wide range of clients and industries. He has worked in the non-profit world, helping international non-governmental organizations improve their planning, reporting and execution. He also has experience working for a leading, global IT company assisting the firm improve marketing strategy, execution and internal sales operations. Tim led the internal consulting group at a mid-sized specialty retail chain, helping the organization identify cost savings and revenue-enhancement opportunities. Tim currently works as the Director of Strategic Initiatives for a key business unit of a large, market leading Canadian insurance company. In this capacity, Tim oversees the design, implementation and monitoring of special projects that aim to grow revenue or lower expenses. Tim completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Toronto and holds an Honour’s BA in political science. Tim also holds a master’s degree in international economic development and political science from the University of Guelph and an MBA from Yale University. Tim is also a designated accountant holding the CPA, CMA designation, and having completed the Executive CMA Program in 2014. Tim teaches at several post-secondary institutions. In addition to his work with York, Tim serves as a course facilitator for CPA Ontario.

Dezi Singh, BBA (Hons), MIR

Dezi Singh is currently the National Director of Labour Relations and Human Resources at Maple Leaf Foods. He received his honours bachelor of business administration degree from the Schulich School of Business at York University in 2006, followed by his masters degree in industrial relations from Queen’s University in 2007. Since then, Dezi has held a number of esteemed positions in the field of labour relations, in large federal and provincial organizations. He has focused on developing labour strategies and collective bargaining, as well as alternative dispute resolution. More specifically, Dezi has created and delivered training with regard to maintaining a positive work place, health and safety in the workplace, and interest based negotiations. In his free time, Dezi developed and taught a course in negotiations.

You may be eligible to receive transfer of credit if you have taken Human Resources core courses at another Canadian university.

Transfers of credit must meet basic conditions, and are subject to approval by the Program Manager, and requests must be supported by documentation.

This is a cohort program with the same group of students travelling through each consecutive course at the same time as a learning community. This is also an integrated program, whereby each new course topic builds upon the previous topic. For these reasons, a maximum of 1 equivalent course taken at another institution may be transferred into this program.

Conditions for transfer of credit

course must have been taken from an accredited Canadian academic institution and noted on an official transcript with a grade of 70% or higher

course must have been completed within the past 10 years from the date of application

course you are transferring must align with one of the following topics:

Human Resources Management

Organizational Behaviour

Finance and Accounting

Human Resources Planning

Occupational Health and Safety

Training and Development

Labour Relations

Recruitment and Selection

Compensation

course must have had a minimum of 36 classroom hours

a non-refundable assessment fee of $75 per course must be provided with the first program installment

Submission requirements

The following is required in an electronic submission in order to assess a transfer of credit:

send an email to the Program Manager noting the topic you wish to transfer, and when and where you completed the course

include an official transcript, demonstrating your completion of the course and your final grade

also include a full course outline (course name, description, learning objectives, assessment criteria, content topics covered, and number of hours)

Assessments may take up to 4 weeks to process from the time of receipt.

The Certificate in Human Resources is recognized by the Human Resources Professional Association as meeting the coursework requirement required for the Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation. This requirement is met by students who complete all nine courses in the Certificate with a grade of 70% or better with no single course below 65% within ten years of the date they are registered to write the National Knowledge Exam (NKE).

Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP)

The CHRP is the most recognized human resources professional designation in Canada. CHRPs earn more and get promoted faster than non-designated HR professionals. Earning a CHRP designation has become an integral step to building a successful human resources career in Canada. In fact, in 2011 66% of all job postings in the HRPA’s Hire Authority job bank requested that applicants have, or be working toward, a CHRP. A degree from an accredited university is a requirement of the CHRP.

Human resources professionals are employed throughout the private and public sectors to develop and implement policies, programs, and procedures regarding human resource planning, recruitment, collective bargaining, training and development, occupation classification, and pay and benefit administration. They represent management and participate actively on various joint committees to maintain ongoing relations between management and employees.

The field of human resources is a good career choice for people who want to work full time, and have skills that are required by every sector and industry. The most recent Canadian Labour Force Survey reported that 98% of human resources managers worked full time compared to the average of 81% for all occupations. Labour market information collected by the Government of Canada estimated that wages for human resources managers ranged from $43,000 to $134,000 in 2013.

Professional Designation

Careers

Completing our part-time Certificate in Human Resources Management covers the educational requirement for the CHRL designation. Please see below for the additional requirements from the HRPA as well as the necessary experience required.

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Professional Designation

Careers

Completing our part-time Certificate in Human Resources Management covers the educational requirement for the CHRE designation. Please see below for the additional requirements from the HRPA as well as the necessary experience required.

Professional Designation

Careers

Our advisory council of senior human resources executives from many of Toronto’s leading firms has helped us craft a program to prepare you for excellence, both in Canada and internationally.

Marie-Hélène Budworth, PhD
Faculty Advisor

Associate Professor of Human Resources Management School of Human Resource Management York University

Marie-Hélène Budworth holds a PhD in Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management from the Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto. Her program of research is focused on individual development within the context of work. She is particularly interested in how cognitions affect learning and learning outcomes such as career progression and access to opportunities. Much of her work uses social cognitive theory to understand how people learn, acquire knowledge, make choices, and negotiate with one another in order to succeed. Marie-Hélène is currently an Associate Professor of Human Resource Management at York University’s School of Human Resource Management. She regularly teaches negotiations and learning and development.

Mark Carbonelli, BA (Hons), MIR, MBA

Chief Human Resources Officer Dentalcorp Canada

Mark Carbonelli is the Chief Human Resources Officer at Dentalcorp Canada. Previously he was the Vice President, Human Resources Services for Walmart Canada Corporation where he was accountable for the design, development and delivery of HR programs that support the acquisition and engagement of key talent required to operate the business and achieve the strategic objectives of the company. Mark has been in the retail industry his entire HR career with experience spanning across various HR disciplines including compensation, benefits, HR systems and analytics, generalist work, consulting and labour relations. Mark holds a Bachelor of Arts (Economics), Master of Business (MBA) and Master of Industrial Relations (MIR) degrees and is a graduate of York University, the University of Toronto and the London School of Economics.

Dwayne Conrod, BA, MHRM

Director, Human Resources Morneau Shepell

Dwayne Conrad is a seasoned HR professional with more than 15 years in both generalist and specialist positions. Working with multiple large scale Canadian retailers, he has supported senior leaders to drive their business through vast amounts of change. Dwayne earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of New Brunswick, a master’s in Human Resources Management from York University, and has completed a leadership program in a joint program between Loblaw Companies and Schulich School of Business. He is currently involved in one other program advisory committee with another post-secondary institution.

Julie Giraldi, CHRE, ICD.D

Vice President, Business Transformation OMERS

Julie Giraldi is an accomplished senior human resources executive and is recognized as an organization and leadership culture turnaround specialist. Julie currently works at OMERS, one of the largest pension plans in Canada, as Vice President, Business Transformation, where she leads and implements new ideas across the COO platform aimed at driving engagement, creativity, and improved performance. She is also acting President of the newly-established OMERS Foundation.

Prior to joining OMERS, Julie held the position of Vice President, Health Human Resources Leadership at the Ontario Hospital Association (OHA), where she partnered with senior health care leaders on provincial matters ranging from executive compensation, collective bargaining and multi-year health human resources strategies, to data analytics and group benefits. She was also responsible for the OHA’s strategic HR, information technology and eHealth initiatives.

Julie also served as a Trustee of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan – one of Canada’s most successful pension funds – for six years. She has held senior human resources positions at eHealth Ontario and the Toronto Transit Commission.

Julie holds a degree from the University of Toronto, a Certified Human Resources Executive designation from the Human Resources Professional Association, and is certified by the Institute of Corporate Directors as an ICD.D.

Fiona Gardner, MHRM, CHRL

Vice President, Human Resources OPSEU Pension Trust

Fiona Gardner has worked in Human Resources for over 15 years in a broad array of sectors including financial services, utilities, telecommunications and health care. Fiona has developed expertise in HR strategy, executive compensation, talent acquisition, leadership development and succession planning. Fiona has contributed to the HR profession as a mentor to new HR professionals. She is a strong believer in continuing education. After graduating from the University of Toronto with a Bachelor of Arts, Fiona went on to Ryerson University and graduated with a certificate in HR Management. She also completed Rotman’s Advanced Program in HR Management, and in 2008, obtained her master’s degree in Human Resources Management from York University. She currently works at OPTrust, a pension investment and administration firm, as the Vice President Human Resources. Fiona is a member of HRPA and is delighted to participate as a member of York’s Program Advisory Committee.

Donna Pascal

Vice President, Human Resources Dynacare

Donna Pascal is the Vice President, Human Resources of Dynacare. Previously she was the Vice President of Human Resources for Acklands-Grainger. In this role, Donna has the responsibility of providing leadership, direction and accountability for all Human Resources functions, including overall Human Resources strategy, organizational development, talent management, rewards and recognition, learning and development and compliance, as well as environmental health and safety. Previously, Donna served as Vice President, Human Resources at Staples (North American Delivery). She has also held HR leadership roles at Corporate Express, Sysco Food Services of Canada and Federal Express. Donna holds a Bachelors of Political Science from the University of Western Ontario and attended the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management where she obtained an Executive Certificate in Human Resources Management. She is recognized as a Certified Human Resources Professional by the Canadian Council of Human Resources and the Human Resources Professional Association of Ontario. Donna is also certified in Alternate Dispute Resolution through the faculty of law at the University of Windsor.

Kathy Willis, BA (Hons), MHRM

Executive Director Huronia Transition Homes

Kathy Willis is currently the Executive Director of Huronia Transition Homes, a not for profit organization where she has led the Team since 1994. Her in-depth Anti-Racism / Anti-Oppression analysis inspired her to fully integrate Harm Reduction practices at Huronia Transition Homes; the organization leads the sector. She has worked tirelessly for equality and she has served on both Grass Roots and Provincial Boards of Directors of equity seeking organizations. Kathy is frequently called upon to deliver workshops and training in the sector.

Her diversity extends to her education, having received a Bachelor of Arts in Native American Studies from the University of Lethbridge. She also holds a master’s degree in Human Resource Management from York University, and has certificates in Transformational Leadership and Harm Reduction, also from York. Kathy currently chairs the CAS-VAW collaboration committee in Simcoe County. In December 2010, Kathy was appointed to the Midland Police Services Board. She was elected as Chair of the Board in January 2013.

Steve Wuthmann, BCom, CDir

Steve Wuthmann is a seasoned senior executive with over three decades experience in human resources, corporate affairs and operations. Prior to his current role he was the Executive Vice President, Human Resources of Tim Hortons, responsible for directing all human resource functions of the organization, including driving organizational engagement, capability, alignment and performance.. Steve previously held the Senior Vice President Human Resources role at Parmalat Canada, as well as at Purolator Courier, with additional human resources experience at Labatt Breweries and Canada Packers. His two main operational roles were Executive Vice President Supply Chain at Parmalat Canada and Managing Director, Customer Service at Purolator Courier. Steve earned his BCom from Concordia University and his CDir from McMaster University. He also has a history of involvement in the not-for-profit sector which has led to his receiving the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal for his work with Kids Help Phone.

Esther Zdolec, CHRP

Vice President, Human Resources Canadian Nuclear Laboratories

Prior to joining Canadian Nuclear Laboratories as Vice-President of HR in September 2015, Esther was head of HR at Infrastructure Ontario; led the human resources and labour relations function for Candu Energy Inc.; was the Senior Vice President, HR for SNC-Lavalin’s Power division and Operations and Maintenance division; and held progressively senior HR positions with Canada Life and Ontario Lottery & Gaming. Esther is a graduate of the University of Toronto, holding a degree in Labour-Management Relations. She sits on the Board of Directors of the Aphasia Institute and is a former member of Seneca College’s HR Advisory Committee. She also volunteers in palliative care and enjoys hiking the Niagara Escarpment, reading, and painting.

Gayle Fisher

What do employers think about our Certificate in Human Resources Management?

“In today’s highly competitive environment, companies require employees who can add value and contribute very quickly and effectively. Business now moves too fast to allow long ramp up times for new team members. Therefore, potential employees who possess a strong, relevant knowledge and skill base will have a distinct advantage in the employment marketplace. The York University Certificate in Human Resources Management has been developed to specifically address that need in the human resources field. Its design and content was carefully engineered to meet the pragmatic needs of today’s business environment. Participants in this program will gain the knowledge and skills that will allow them to be superior candidates for future employers.”

Steve Wuthmann, BCom, CDir, Member of the York University School of Continuing Studies Human Relations Management Advisory Council

Steve Wuthmann is a seasoned senior executive with over three decades experience in human resources, corporate affairs and operations. Most recently he was the Executive Vice President, Human Resources of Tim Hortons, responsible for directing all human resource functions of the organization, including driving organizational engagement, capability, alignment and performance.

FAQs

Our Certificate in Human Resources Management is offered in an online format. There is also a full-time, in-class Post-degree Certificate in Human Resources Management available. To select the appropriate format and certificate, consider the format that best suits your learning style, your schedule, your need for flexibility and whether or not you currently have a Bachelor degree from an accredited university.

Online Certificate

This format was designed to make our program accessible to those working full-time, or those who may not be able to complete the course within a specific timeframe.

Courses may be completed according to your schedule; there is no “live” requirement.

You will go through the Program with the same group of people, allowing for a deeper peer-learning experience.

You will know when each course is scheduled at the beginning so you can plan accordingly.

Courses will not be cancelled, so you can complete on time.

You should expect to allocate five to six hours per week to complete your work.

The courses are interactive and include case studies, weekly discussions, group work, videos, simulations, and narrated audio and video presentations.

The nine courses that are offered by the School of Continuing Studies (SCS) meet the course requirements of the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA). These courses have been designed for those seeking employment in the human resources field, or for professionals wishing to update their existing skills. The designations available through the program (CHRP, CHRL and CHRE) can enhance your career.

HRPA Course

SCS Equivalent Approved Course

Human Resources Management

Human Resources Management

Organizational Behaviour

Introduction to Organizational Behaviour

Finance and Accounting

Introduction to Accounting: The Analysis and Use of Financial Information

You can apply your Certificate in Human Resources Management courses toward an undergraduate degree. Depending on the area or study, you may be eligible to use all or some of your courses to gain advanced standing.

Students must apply for and be accepted into an undergraduate program before advanced standing is issued.

Up to 27 credits may be eligible for transfer, but the actual value of advanced standing will be up to the discretion of the Faculty to which the student applies.

Please call Admissions in the Office of the University Registrar at 416-736-5000 for further information about applying your certificate toward a degree, and review the current York University policy in the undergraduate calendar.

SCS has a student record review process of students that have completed courses in the previous semester. Students who have successfully completed all the Program requirements are eligible to graduate. Students are not required to formally apply to graduate.

Students who begin the online program in the fall semester will have their course grades reviewed by the Program Manager in the summer of the second year of study. Students should expect to receive their Certificates in August/September by mail.

It is wise to budget approximately $250 per course. All the books and reading materials will be available at the York University bookstore. You can also order your books online at http://bookstore.yorku.ca/

If you would like to visit the bookstore in person, store hours are as follows:

Time-management and study skills are very important in an online course. It’s hard to catch up once you’ve fallen behind. You’ll have group members depending upon your regular participation, and assignment deadlines to keep in mind. But if you follow the instructor’s suggested weekly schedule, you can stay on track.

In an online course, you’ll need to be comfortable with an instructor in the role of course leader/guide rather than lecturer. You’ll be absorbing information from readings, discussions, and asking questions. You’ll need to be willing to ask for the help you need from your instructor or TA, from classmates, or from the distance education/technical support.

While online courses are more convenient, they’re not necessarily easier. They often require more time than a lecture on campus because you are responsible for managing your learning. When you study online it’s easier for other activities to take priority and keep you from getting to your course work.

In an online course, you may be asked to write defensively and argue thoughts and issues as you communicate in the discussion area. You’ll need to be ready to share and post your thoughts and opinions with your fellow students in a respectful manner. The benefit is that you can take the time to think about what you are writing.

In order to participate in your online course, you’ll need to feel comfortable navigating the course website by using a browser, email, discussions, chats/wikis, and assessment tools. You’ll have the chance to learn and practise these skills as you participate in your course.

A Human Resources Management certificate is well worth the investment, both for career prospecting and career satisfaction.

Part-time Certificate in Human Resources Management

Domestic and international student tuition is $6,525 (HST exempt).

Installment Plan Policy

The School of Continuing Studies allows students in certificate programs the option of paying in two or more installments. You must pay the initial deposit as stated below and then you may make any number of online payments that you choose, provided that you pay the entire balance before the stated due date. Students opting for the installment plan will also be charged a one-time, non-refundable administrative fee of $125 that is due at the time of registration. The following are the details of the installment plan policy according to the Part-time Certificate in Human Resources Management (Online or Blended):

The first payment of $1450 is due at registration with each of three instalments due at the start of the subsequent terms. For example, for online students beginning in Summer 2017, payment 2 would be due on August 1, 2017, payment 3 would be due February 1, 2018 and payment 4 would be due April 1, 2018. For online students beginning in Fall 2017, payment 2 would be due on February 1, 2018, payment 3 would be due July 1, 2018 and payment 4 would be due February 1, 2019.

Customized payment plans may be available to align to employer policies but are not available for individuals. For further information please contact the Registrations Coordinator at 416-736-5616.

A student that fails to make installment payments as required will not be permitted to continue in the program.

You may be eligible to transfer a maximum of one equivalent course credit from other institutions and receive advanced standing in either program. Transfer Credit requests can be forwarded to the Program Manager for approval via email at mdebona@yorku.ca, or in writing to: School of Continuing StudiesAttention CHRM Program Manager4700 Keele Street – Room 116 AtkinsonToronto, OntarioM3J 1P3 For both the full-time and online program, prospective students are permitted to transfer one course with approval of the Program Manager (discounted based on cost of course). Approved courses for advanced standing must meet the following criteria:

There must be a 90% overlap in content and curriculum, and the same number of hours as the courses offered in SCS’s program.

The courses must be at the university level (from an accredited academic institution) with a grade of B or better. College equivalents will not be considered.

All submissions must be sent in writing to SCS’s Program Manager along with:

You should be making every effort to meet York University’s General Academic Regulations, as well as each of your courses’ requirements. This includes attendance, assignments, and tests/exams. We understand, however, that unforeseen circumstances arise that may force you to miss an exam. If that’s the case, you must contact your instructor before the scheduled exam date by email. Please include your full name, student number, and the reason for your absence in the message. You must also provide valid documentation (i.e., a doctor’s note, death certificate, court/legal documentation, etc.) immediately following your return before alternative arrangements can be made. Please note that valid documentation has to be applicable to the assessment date.

Like our students, York University instructors work hard to make it to every class on time. However, should he or she be forced to cancel your class due to an absence, you will be notified via email as soon as possible by SCS. Instructor absences will also be posted on the course website on the Moodle learning management system in the course announcements section. Upon the instructor’s return to class, make-up class details will be discussed.

Students are not permitted to record lectures or take pictures without the consent of instructors and/or fellow students. We ask that students not post course content on external websites. Students who are registered with Accessibility Services and have accommodations approved for recording lectures are permitted to do so with the instructor’s knowledge.

If you have a concern regarding an assignment, midterm exam, etc., you should first meet with the instructor to discuss the situation. If you are not satisfied with the outcome, only then should you contact the Program Manager.

Students have the option of coming to York University’s Keele Campus to write their final exams with their peers or use the services of a virtual proctoring company called B Virtual: – http://bvirtualinc.com/
The final exam on schedule can be found in the course outline.

Online proctoring allows a student to take their exam online from a quiet and distraction-free location, typically their home. B Virtual’s certified online proctors help students schedule their exam, test their technology components, and successfully complete their online exam while at home. The various benefits include the convenience of taking the online exam without having to travel to a testing center location . The cost per exam per course is approximately $30-35 US which is not included in student tuition.

Remember, it is your responsibility to contact the Program Manager to discuss accommodations* and procedures related to alternative examinations, or your course Instructor in cases of missed coursework, within 48 hours of the originally scheduled test/exam. Unfortunately, failure to do so will result in a grade of zero (0) on the coursework/exam, and no further consideration will be granted.

Note: Supporting documentation will be required, but will not ensure approval of accommodation(s).

SCS works in partnership with York University’s Counselling & Disability Services and the Office of the Registrar to support alternate exam and test accommodation services for students with disabilities at the Keele campus. Please submit any Alternate Exam and test requests at least three (3) weeks in advance of the scheduled test dates. Requesting an Alternate Exam or answers to frequently asked questions can be found at Academic Accommodation, School of Continuing Studies

Students with sufficient academic grounds may request that a final grade or an assignment in a course be reappraised. To start the process, please complete a Grade Reappraisal Request. Next, contact the Program Manager to discuss the grade received, and to request a re-review of a specific submission. He or she will select an appropriate instructor to look at the work in question, and will maintain anonymity of both the student and the reappraiser. Please note that a request for a grade reappraisal may result in the original grade being raised, lowered, or confirmed. Non-academic grounds are not relevant for grade reappraisals.

Student evaluations of both courses and Instructors is an invaluable tool that we use to modify our programs based on your feedback, and we ask all students to participate in these anonymous evaluations either in-class or online.

You can access the student portal on our main website landing page at this link: Student Portal You will need your student ID as well as your password to access the portal. Once final grades are submitted to the SCS office and approved, they will appear on your personal student record. SCS does not provide official grade letters. If you require a letter confirming your attendance in the Program, please contact our Registrations Coordinator at continue@yorku.ca.

Definitions of Grading Descriptions

A+ Exceptional. Thorough knowledge of concepts and/or techniques and exceptional skill or great originality in the use of those concepts/techniques in satisfying the requirements of an assignment or course.

A Excellent. Thorough knowledge of concepts and/or techniques together with a high degree of skill and/or some elements of originality in satisfying the requirements of an assignment or course.

B+ Very Good. Thorough knowledge of concepts and/or techniques together with a fairly high degree of skill in the use of those concepts/techniques in satisfying the requirements of an assignment or course.

B Good. Good level of knowledge of concepts and/or techniques together with considerable skill in using them to satisfy the requirements of an assignment or course.

C+ Competent. Acceptable level of knowledge of concepts and/or techniques together with considerable skill in using them to satisfy the requirements of an assignment or course.

C Fairly Competent. Acceptable level of knowledge of concepts and/or techniques together with some skill in using them to satisfy the requirements of an assignment or course.

D+ Passing. Slightly better than minimal knowledge of required concepts and/or techniques together with some ability to use them in satisfying the requirements of an assignment or course.

D Barely Passing. Minimum knowledge of concepts and/or techniques needed to satisfy the requirements of an assignment or course.

Income Tax receipts will be available online on the SCS website in February. You can access Tax Receipts on the student portal on our main website landing page at this link: Student Portal You will need your student ID as well as your password to access the portal. Please refer to the income tax guide for allowable deductions.

The School of Continuing Studies reserves the right to withdraw or cancel programs/courses, and students will receive a full refund of fees paid. The School of Continuing Studies reserves the right to alter fees, other charges, and course dates, times, locations, and/or instructors. Please note that the SCS is not responsible for travel cancellation charges that students may incur.

Part-time Programs (Online)

If you withdraw 7 calendar days prior to the start of the program, you will receive a 75% refund of program tuition instalment and no academic penalty.

If you withdraw between 6 calendar days prior to the start of the program to 14 calendar days after the start of the program, you will receive a 50% refund of program tuition instalment and no academic penalty.

No refunds will be issued after the first 14 days of the program.

Notice of withdrawal will be printed on the Official Income Tax Receipt.

If you are an SCS student and require a copy of your Student Record, please access the Student Portal (you will need your student ID as well as your password to access the portal) and click on the Grades link .

If you do not pass a course that has a pre-requisite (achieve a final grade below 50% or D) you will not be permitted to continue in the Program. You will have to repeat that course with another cohort. Please note that the Human Resources Professional Association (HRPA) requires students to successfully complete all courses in the program with an overall average of 70% with no one final course mark being less than 65% to be eligible to write the knowledge exam for the CHRP designation.

In the spirit of Ontario’s Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA), York University and SCS work to ensure that instructors and participants acknowledge and respect the privacy and confidentiality of personal information that may be presented in the context of instruction. Instructors will document the amount of personal information that is collected, used or disclosed in their sessions, and will ensure that all identifying personal information is omitted from all written documents. To maintain privacy, students should not bring or share personal or other confidential files or records with the class. We are committed to protecting your privacy and your financial security, and we do this in several ways:

Your credit card information is never received or stored by our system. Only your financial institution has access to your credit card information.

Your Student Portal is password-protected. To access any personal and academic information, you must enter your username and portal password.

Students and instructors are expected to maintain a professional relationship characterized by courtesy and mutual respect.

It is the instructor’s responsibility to maintain an appropriate academic atmosphere in the classroom.

The instructor will decide whether such an atmosphere is no longer present in a class, and is trained to take appropriate steps to return to a professional environment.

If you feel that this policy has been violated, you should notify your instructor as soon as possible. You may be asked to provide a detailed written description of the complaint to the instructor. The instructor may take measures they feel are appropriate to resolve the issue and/or may forward the complaint to the School of Continuing Studies (SCS) for review. Please refer to the full policy document on the York University website at: http://www.yorku.ca/scdr/ Please find the Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities here: http://www.yorku.ca/oscr/pdfs/CodeofRightsandResponsibilities.pdf

Weather Rule

If the University is open, then classes will be running. If the University is closed, then classes will not be running. Any missed classes will be rescheduled. University Closures/Class Cancellations: (416.736.5600 OR www.yorku.ca) While this is rare, weather and/or other emergencies do occur that require us to suspend our operations. While every effort will be made to contact students, this is not always possible. If you are unsure of whether the course is running, please call the University’s weather/emergency information line, or check the SCS Twitter feed.

Information session

York University’s School for Continuing Studies is located in Toronto, Ontario and serves the GTA including Vaughan, Markham, Brampton, Mississauga, Richmond Hill, Milton, Oakville, Burlington, Oshawa, Whitby and Ajax. We offer a degree pathway for working students, degree preparation courses including English academic preparation, professional certificates and post-graduate certificates to international students as well as non-traditional students from across Canada.